TIFFANY RHODES, M.ED.

7720 OConnor Drive, Round Rock, Texas 78681

Cell: 337-304-4932 tiffanylrhodes@yahoocom

SEEKING MIDDLE SCHOOL MATH TEACHING POSITION

Self-directed, enthusiastic educator with a passionate commitment to student development and the learning
experience. Skilled in the design of challenging, enriching, and innovative activities that address the diverse
interests and needs of students. Possess outstanding communication skills; present information in a variety of
ways, emphasizing relevance of class material to the world beyond the classroom. Active team member who
effectively collaborates with all levels of staff members and establishes quality relationships with students.
Experience in:
Curriculum Design & Development
Differentiated Instruction
Cooperative Learning
Student Motivation
Interactive Learning
Instructional Technology & Design
Classroom Management
Student-Centered Learning
Multicultural Awareness
Student Assessment
Whole Group Learning
Blended Learning

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Middle School Mathematics 4-8, 2013-Present, T.E.A.C.H. Alternative Certification Program, State
of Texas Board Certification, Austin, Texas

Master of Education in Instructional Technology and Design, 2004, McNeese State University,
Lake Charles, Louisiana

Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, Major: Management, 1999, University of Louisiana
at Lafayette, Louisiana

TEACHING EXPERIENCE
CEDARS INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY, Austin, Texas 2014
Middle School Mathematics Student Teacher
Worked with a culturally and socio-economically diverse, various ability-level group of 6
th
, 7
th
and 8
th
grade
students using a curriculum complemented with a computer based learning component.
Incorporated motivational incentives to instill confidence and encourage student achievement through
designated Projects.
Incorporated constructivism philosophy of teaching into classroom by implementing various student-
centered learning methodologies.
Significantly enhanced the class environment by acting as facilitator to promote student leadership in
initiating and creating positive learning opportunities.
Integrate technology into curriculum, supplementing class lectures and developing students word
process and researching skills.

REMINGTON COLLEGE, Colorado Springs, CO 2010-2012
Instructor of Career Development/Career Services Director
Manage classroom coverage of college students; all responsibilities of classroom, including professional
development, communications with students, assessments of students, and staff meetings. Collaborate with
professors to design curriculum and lesson plans; perform basic administrative duties such as recording
attendance and organizing student portfolios, provide individual assistance to students as needed.



MCNEESE STATE UNIVERSITY, Lake Charles, LA 2005-2009
Instructor of Teacher Education/Program Coordinator
Managed classroom coverage of college students; all responsibilities of classroom, including professional
development, communications with students, assessments of students, and staff meetings. Collaborated with
professors and deans to design curriculum and face-to-face and online lesson plans; performed basic
administrative duties such as recording attendance and organizing student portfolios, provided individual
assistance to students as needed.
Incorporated constructivism philosophy of teaching into classroom by implementing various student-
centered learning methodologies, significantly enhanced the class environment by acting as facilitator
to promote student leadership in initiating and creating positive learning opportunities.
Integrated technology into curriculum, supplementing class lectures and developing students word
process and researching skills. Utilize Internet for resources on current events, history, and literature
to complement learning activities.
Launched the Louisiana Academy for Innovative Teaching and Learning Program to increase
technology, reading, writing and mathematics proficiency amongst students and encourage expression
of ideas, held meetings to develop effective program wide techniques and inspire success in students,
allowing students to enter college level courses with confidence.
Collaborated with students to create a summer prep program that included preparatory courses to
help with the transition from high school to college curriculum with success.

LAKE CHARLES CHRISTIAN SCHOOL, Lake Charles, LA 2006-2009
High School Mathematics Teacher/Career and College Advisor
Worked with a culturally and socio-economically diverse, various ability-level group of 11
th
and 12
th
grade
students using a high school curriculum (Calculus, Trigonometry), complemented with a computer based
learning component.
Collected meaningful data including pre/post assessments and a variety of formative assessments to
chart student growth.
Incorporated motivational incentives to instill confidence and encourage student achievement through
designated Projects.
Incorporate constructivism philosophy of teaching into classroom by implementing various student-
centered learning methodologies, significantly enhanced the class environment by acting as facilitator
to promote student leadership in initiating and creating positive learning opportunities.
Integrate technology into curriculum, supplementing class lectures and developing students word
process and researching skills.
Communicated with parents on a regular basis.

OTHER TEACHING EXPERIENCE

SOWELA TECHNICAL COMMUNITY COLLEGE, Lake Charles, LA 2002-2005
Adjunct Instructor of Accounting & Computer Technology

REMINGTON COLLEGE, Lafayette, LA 2001-2002
Instructor of Accounting & Computer Technology

UNIVERSITY OF LOUISIANA AT LAFAYETTE, Lafayette, LA 2000
Federal TRiO Program: Upward Bound Program
Computer & College Career Teacher